Whether your kid loves soaring above rainforest canopies or will happily spend the day splashing in the waves, there's something for them in Jamaica – the island nation is not just a playground for adults.
This Caribbean country, also known as the “land of wood and water,” is a paradise packed with lush green rainforests, turquoise blue coastlines and the world-famous Blue Mountains. With wildlife at every turn, Jamaica is also an excellent place for kids to learn about native birds, coral reefs and various fruits and flora.
In terms of family-friendly accommodations, there are plenty of all-inclusive resorts in Montego Bay, Negril and Ocho Rios that offer snorkeling, mini water parks, large pools, kids clubs and supervised arts and crafts.
Some resorts also have nannies available upon request, while others include nanny services in the room rate – be sure to call ahead to find out. Don't take the website at face value (unless it's been recommended to you), especially if it doesn't appear to have been recently updated.
Getting around is easy via private transfers and pre-arranged taxis. If you are traveling with a car seat and/or stroller, be sure to double-check that the vehicle picking you up from the airport or taking you on excursions is suitable.
Bring the kids and experience Jamaica in a whole new way with this list of the top things to do as a family.
Negril's well-known Seven Mile Beach offers up the island's most tranquil waters, making it the perfect place for kids to snorkel, swim and line the shores with sandcastles.
Many of Jamaica’s beaches in tourist towns like Ocho Rios and Negril feature activities like paddleboarding, jet-skiing and glass-bottom boat tours.
Beaches are also a great place for kids to get a crash course in Jamaican cuisine – open-air cooking on a grill is the way it’s done by the seaside.
Check out Pirates Island Waterpark in Negril and Ocho Rios; the waterparks have fantastic water slides for older kids and whirlpools and lazy rivers for the younger ones.
Planning tip: Booby Cay Island, off the coast of Negril, is the ideal spot for a beach picnic.
This oasis in Ocho Rios is the perfect place for freshwater fun and relaxation. Turtle River Falls and Garden has 14 waterfalls for you and the young ones to climb and splash around in.
What makes the 15-acre tropical garden special is its relative obscurity, and it offers an intimate rather than touristy experience.
The walk-in aviary allows children to feed gorgeous cobalt-blue peacocks and admire many other species of birds. Budding biologists will get a kick out of searching for turtles and other wildlife on the grounds.
Planning tip: Pack a picnic for the family, as there's no restaurant on site.
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The Tyrall Club has officially unveiled its brand new spa, The Spa at Tryall, earlier this month. The private luxury property in Montego Bay, Jamaica is shifting its amenities to include more wellness-leaning offerings to cater to guests looking to truly unwind and find inner peace while on vacation.
Plans are in full force for the highly anticipated second staging of the Global Tourism Resilience Conference in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Taking place over a two-day period, the Global Tourism Resilience Conference will include panel discussions, networking opportunities, presentations and lively debates on matters of building resilience in tourism. This group of experts in their collective fields will gather to collaboratively discuss issues that are central to future-proofing travel and tourism to various disruptions moving forward. Global tourism resilience will once again take centre stage with key experts on building resilience in the industry. As tourism destinations continue to recover, it is critical that tenacity is a focus of planning and development to future proof the industry from any potential shock,” said Founder of the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre (GTRCMC) and Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett.
During February, Jamaica comes alive with the sound of reggae, in a celebration of all things related to the music genre intrinsic to the island’s vibrant culture. From Reggae Month festival to Bob Marley’s Birthday, and the premiere of the Bob Marley: One Love biopic on 14th February, there is no better time for travellers to retrace the footsteps of the reggae royalty to forge a deeper connection with his story.
The Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival returns with more than 30 performances including Pure Jazz, Kingdom Gospel, Caribbean Fusion and World Beats, from April 30 to May 12, 2024. This year will see headline performances from pop rock legends Air Supply, along with Davido, Machel Montano, Samara Joy, Beres Hammond, Jon Secada and Chloe Bailey.
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett met with the owners of the Pinero Group, which owns the prominent Spanish Hotel chain, Bahia Principe, in Madrid, Spain to discuss the status of their multifaceted resort development in St. Ann. The Group owns the Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica, Jamaica’s largest hotel, with 1,350 rooms. The meeting follows a formal presentation of their development plans to the Prime Minister, the Most Honourable Andrew Holness and other officials last year, at the Office of the Prime Minister. The project will be one of the largest resort and real estate projects ever executed in the Caribbean and Latin America.
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Following a productive courtesy call between the Ministry of Tourism and World Bank representatives on Tuesday (January 16), Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has reported steady strides regarding the Ministry’s Multi-Dimensional Impact Assessment Study, which will evaluate the economic impact as well as other implications of adding 20,000 new hotel rooms over the next 10 years. The meeting, led by World Bank Country Director for the Caribbean, Lilia Burunciuc, saw the team providing insights into their ongoing study titled “Future of Tourism in the Caribbean.” This study aims to empower regional markets to enhance competitiveness, improve connectivity, and overcome barriers to tourism growth.
If you're hoping to catch both flights and feelings this Valentine's Day, consider booking a trip to a resort or hotel offering a romantic package tailor-made for two. After all, nothing stokes the flame of a relationship quite like travel does, whether your partnership is relatively new or decades old.
If you're ever wondering aloud where the hottest mid-winter celebrations take place, those in-the-know might quietly respond, “St. Barts.” The island's luxe air of mystery and remoteness are part of what makes it a seasonal staple for jet setters and superyachts as they follow the sun to the Caribbean in winter. The festivities rage on until the St. Barths Bucket Regatta in mid-March, but what most visitors don’t realize is that the island is practically a year-round one, since the only time hotels typically shut is at the height of hurricane season (late summer).
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (2nd left) presents a special gift to members of the World Bank team: Director for the Caribbean, Lilia Burunciuc (2nd right); Programme Leader, Nataliya Mylenko (1st left); and Senior Operations Analyst, Jhanelle-Rae Bowie, following a high-level meeting alongside other members of the Ministry’s team.